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Hours

Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (last admission at 4 p.m.)
Closed Mondays and Tuesdays except during school break periods

Holiday Hours
Open Monday, May 26, for Memorial Day

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Denny Way entrance is closed

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Tickets

General admission includes unlimited Planetarium and daytime laser shows (free timed tickets required).

Planetarium shows are limited capacity and sell out quickly; reserve in advance.

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TICKETS

PacSci offers plan-ahead pricing so that you can choose the best fit for your budget and schedule. The earlier you book your general admission ticket, the more you will save!

Prices are determined based on several factors, including capacity, attendance patterns, holidays, and events. This system helps us ensure we provide a consistent and positive guest experience no matter when you choose to visit us.

Visit PacSci anytime during open hours with our all-day ticket or save on visits after 2 p.m. with an afternoon ticket!

All General Admission tickets include unlimited Planetarium and daytime Laser Dome shows.

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Planetarium Tickets

All planetarium shows are free with General Admission but do require timed tickets for entry. Tickets are available on-site on a first come, first served basis for the general public. Become a member today and get advanced tickets!

Members: To reserve tickets as a member, members must login to their online account to reserve free General Admission tickets and select desired “Add-on Experiences” in the online checkout process.

To learn more about reserving planetarium tickets, visit the Planetarium web page.

Maps

PacSci is adjacent to the Seattle Center campus. Enter through the North Entrance in Seattle Center near the Armory and the Mural Amphitheater. Please note: the Denny Way entrance is closed.

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CURIOSITY FOR ALL

ACCESSIBILITY

  • Service animals are welcome.
  • For guests with disabilities, we invite your aide to join you for free.
  • Free wheelchairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis at the Information Desk in Building 1. 
  • Be sure to check out our autism resources, braille services, and more.
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EXplore together

group Rates

Bring your crew of more than 10, for less. Try hands-on exhibits, go big with an IMAX movie, and catch a laser show. Special rates available for community groups, teens, and more.

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KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

VISITOR POLICIES

  • Helium balloons are not allowed inside the building. We’re happy to hold them for you.
  • Strollers are not permitted in the Tropical Butterfly House to keep our butterflies safe. Stroller parking is located nearby.
  • Feel free to snap photos (for personal use only) everywhere except in our IMAX Theaters. Please no flash in the Planetarium and Laser Dome. Tag us @PacSci on social!
  • For the safety and enjoyment of our guests, no late seating is allowed in our IMAX Theaters and Laser Dome.
  • If you lose something, find a PacSci staff member, and we’ll do our best to help you find it in our Lost & Found bin.
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Additional Information

  • There are no ATMs located inside Pacific Science Center, but one is located immediately outside our North Entrance.
  • For First Aid, ask any staff member for assistance or go to the Information Desk in Building 1.
  • Lost & Found is located in the Guest Services Office.
  • Pacific Science Center is a non-smoking facility. We appreciate our guests not smoking on our property, including open air spaces.